1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 745 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Cadillac Biarritz is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Biarritz | 6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
